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In Mulieribus (the Latin phrase meaning “amongst women”) is a female vocal ensemble dedicated to the promotion and enrichment of community through the art of music with a focus on works written primarily before 1750. From our inception, In Mulieribus' mission has included both an artistic and philanthropic component. A portion of all concert proceeds will go to help benefit another non-profit organization that serves the community.
Founded in 2004, In Mulieribus (IM) presents its own annual concert series in Portland, Oregon. The ensemble has also appeared as guest artist at the Portland Art Museum, the University of San Diego, and the Multnomah County Library. Upcoming performances include the 2011 Abbey Bach Festival and the Linfield Lively Arts Concert Series at Linfield College. Performances by IM have been broadcast on nationally syndicated radio shows such as Performance Today and Millennium of Music. IM has self-released two recordings to date, both of which have been featured as Critics' Picks in The Oregonian newspaper. The first, Notre Dame de Grâce, presents conductus compositions from the late twelfth century, and the second, In Mulieribus: LIVE, is a compilation of live recordings from concerts between 2004-2008. A third CD is set to be released this October and will feature music for the various feasts in December, including of course, Christmas.
The ensemble has recently reached beyond its focus on early music to highlight works by women composers and to support new music. IM has given three world premieres since December of 2008: “The O Antiphons” by Norwegian composer Wolfgang Plagge; “There is no Rose” by local composer, John Vergin; and “Magnificat” by Richard Toensing.
In Mulieribus is a 501 (c)(3) organization.